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PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CLIENT (WILLIAM'S SYNDROME)
Date Posted: July 19, 2010
Type: Part Time
Wage:
Description: PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CLIENT WITH WILLIAM'S SYNDROME  
Looking for a kind, caring, energetic and committed individual to help a 21 year old youth with William's Syndrome become more independent in his own apartment and transition from high school into the Community in the Waterloo area.  
Hours are 4 - 7pm Monday to Friday + Opportunity for Respite Weekends  
Competitive salary and professional training is provided through Extend-A- Family program in Kitchener/Waterloo.  
RESPONSIBILITIES:  
HAVE FUN! Help client pursue things he is passionate about!  
Help prepare and cook meals dinner Monday to Friday  
Plan menus for weekly lunches and meals  
Shop for food and household supplies for apartment  
Assist with light housekeeping, including laundry  
Provide companionship and understanding of daily challenges (cognitive)  
Assist with exercise program (s) in the community & at home  
Coach in remembering personal hygiene routine  
Assist with initiating and keeping friendships alive  
Take client out in community Chapters, Rec. centre, mall for social skills training and Butterfly Conservatory (volunteer position)  
Practice fire drills for safety in the home  
Transit/bus training Grand River Transit  
 
Required skills/experience:  
Minimum High School diploma  
Training in a related field or a student in training  
Strong communication skills (for encouragement, redirecting)  
Reliable and mature patience/persistence required with redirecting client to focus on completing tasks  
Assets:  
Speaking another language other than English  
Interest in music, theatre, reading and travel  
Interest in other cultures/traditions/cooking  
First Aid and CPR training (can provide training if required)  
Police Check Vulnerable sector  
How To Apply: SEND RESUME IN WORD FORMAT cmacintyre@enermodal.com
Deadline: August 2, 2010
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